Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing at OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE

Fluids and electrolytes | Nutrition and Blood

Items (12m)

164

Total Quantity

15.5K

NHS Cost

£694

vs National Avg

+77.5%

OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 164 items of Sodium bicarbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £694 to the NHS. This is 77.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Sodium bicarbonate is classified under Fluids and electrolytes in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	164
Total Quantity	15,502
Total NHS Cost	£694
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	+77.5%

Sodium bicarbonate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	164 items
National average per practice	92 items
Difference	+77.5% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.